Founder Spotlight Content Writing Support

About the Role

The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) is seeking three Online Volunteers to support the creation of compelling founder spotlight content for its social media platforms. This is a remote, short-term, task-based assignment focused on showcasing African founders and their startups. The goal is to enhance community visibility for the timbuktoo Africa Innovation Foundation programme through engaging written profiles.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research on assigned timbuktoo startups and founders using publicly available information and provided background materials.
• Write a 120–160 word profile for each featured founder and their startup.
• Develop a condensed caption (40–60 words) suitable for Instagram and LinkedIn.
• Create carousel-formatted content for Instagram and LinkedIn based on the founder spotlights.
• Deliver 24 pieces of written content in total (12 LinkedIn posts and 12 corresponding Instagram captions/LinkedIn carousels) on a weekly rolling basis over 12 weeks.
• Collaborate with other online volunteers who will be responsible for sourcing and editing video content.

Assignment Requirements

• Demonstrated proficiency in English writing, with prior experience in creating short-form profiles, bios, or feature articles.
• Proven ability to research individuals and organizations effectively using online resources.
• Familiarity with content formats commonly used on LinkedIn and Instagram.
• A genuine interest in African entrepreneurship, startup ecosystems, or innovation.
• Ability to commit 16-20 hours per week.

Additional Information

This is an Online Volunteering assignment. It is a short-term, task-based, and non-contractual remote assignment. Online Volunteers are not UN Volunteers and do not receive any allowance or entitlements. A certificate of appreciation will be provided upon successful completion. The UNV is not involved in the selection process or collaboration.

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